The Foundation for Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California · EIN 953234551 · Private foundation
Based in Santa Barbara, California, The Foundation for Santa Barbara has awarded $25.5M across 22 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Santa Barbara City College. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Foundation for Santa Barbara funds
The Foundation for Santa Barbara's giving carries a documented focus on civil rights & social justice, education, environment & conservation, higher education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara City College TO ASSIST THE COLLEGE IN PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS THAT ASSURE ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOR THE STUDENTS OF SANTA | Santa Barbara, CA | $4.2M | 2019 |
| Santa Barbara City College TO ASSIST THE COLLEGE IN PROVIDING OUTSTANDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL BY ENRICHING COLLEGE PROGRAMS, REMOVING BARRIERS TO ACCESS, | Santa Barbara, CA | $4.0M | 2024 |
| Santa Barbara City College TO ASSIST THE COLLEGE IN PROVIDING OUTSTANDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL BY ENRICHING COLLEGE PROGRAMS, REMOVING BARRIERS TO ACCESS, | Santa Barbara, CA | $3.9M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Foundation for Santa Barbara
The Foundation for Santa Barbara's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at sbccfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Foundation for Santa Barbara
- Does The Foundation for Santa Barbara accept grant applications?
- The Foundation for Santa Barbara's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Foundation for Santa Barbara fund?
- The Foundation for Santa Barbara's grants focus on civil rights & social justice. Example recipients include Santa Barbara City College. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Foundation for Santa Barbara give in grants?
- The Foundation for Santa Barbara reported $7.8M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $25.5M over 22 grants.
- Where is The Foundation for Santa Barbara located?
- The Foundation for Santa Barbara is based in Santa Barbara, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 953234551.
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